TSA Supervisory Officer – Screenings & Operations Lead

Transportation Security Jobs; Valley Mills (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Valley Mills, TX seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams at the airport checkpoint(s). The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership in routine and fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, evaluating performance, and implementing procedural improvements while ensuring

Qualifications

• Requires at least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Requires at least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Vacancies often limited to current permanent or eligible TSA employees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review employee performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents and disruptions.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Valley Mills, TX seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead screening operations and manage teams at the airport checkpoint(s). The role emphasizes sound judgment, clear communication, and strong leadership in routine and fast-moving security situations.

Responsibilities include supervising officers, coordinating staffing, evaluating performance, and implementing procedural improvements while ensuring